85027I0001-CM-Build Services for PV291-QM2, Queens Museum Renovation RFQ

The New York City Department of Design and Construction is seeking a Construction Management‑Build (CM‑Build) contractor to oversee the full‑scope renovation of the Queens Museum (Project PV291‑QM2). The scope covers historic‑preservation‑sensitive interior and exterior upgrades, HVAC and building‑management‑system modernization, ADA‑compliant restrooms, new programmatic spaces (art labs, classrooms, storage vaults, café), and phased construction to keep the museum open to the public. The contract is valued at approximately $62.9 million total, with about $18.9 million earmarked for CM‑Build services, and includes rigorous M/WBE participation goals (30 % overall, 10 % each for Black‑ and Hispanic‑owned firms). A pre‑submission virtual conference is scheduled 29 Oct 2026; the RFI window closes 5 Nov 2026, with the SOQ due 20 Nov 2026. The short‑list of three firms will be announced 18 Dec 2026, followed by an RFP in December 2026 and award in Q2 2027. • Full‑cycle construction management for a 132,000 sf historic museum renovation. • Requirements include BIM/Kahua software, compliance with NYC DOB, PDC, and extensive M/WBE goals. • Contract value ≈ $62.9 M; CM‑Build portion ≈ $18.9 M; anticipated start 7/22/2027, completion 1/7/2030.